
1273 Locust St, Walnut Creek
For all you Coco Swirl frozen yogurt and bubble tea fans, you should drop by to get your fix because according to the leasing company this spot is available for lease. Stay tuned…

1273 Locust St, Walnut Creek
For all you Coco Swirl frozen yogurt and bubble tea fans, you should drop by to get your fix because according to the leasing company this spot is available for lease. Stay tuned…

Chevron Family Theatre Festival:
Lesher Center for the Arts
1601 Civic Dr, Walnut Creek
Saturday, July 19th, 2014
10:00am – 4:00pm | FreeBring your family for a fun-filled day of affordable world-class family entertainment at the 8th Annual Chevron Family Theatre Festival to be held Saturday, July 19 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Lesher Center for the Arts in Walnut Creek.
Ticketed performances include: The World Famous Popovich Comedy Pet Theater, a family-oriented blend of the unique comedy and juggling skills of Gregory Popovich, and the extraordinary talents of his performing pets. Each of the show’s animals were once strays, rescued from animal shelters. Now, they love to show off onstage – by performing a variety of stunts and skits!
Also performing are: Leslie Carrara-Rudolph a Sesame Street puppeteer, Fantasy Forum Actors Ensemble performing Cinderella, Pushcart Players performing Little Red Riding Hood and Other Stories, and Alex Ramon Magic! Tickets are just $5 for each performance.
Join us for FREE entertainment and activities that will take place inside and outside including live performances, face painting, costumed characters, craft making and more.

1341-H North Main St, Walnut Creek
In February I noted that Threads Consignment moved next to Norf London in downtown Walnut Creek and now more change is happening in this area as Norf London has downsized with Threads Consignment taking over the other half of the store. CY Louie, the jewelry and accessories boutique previously in Broadway Plaza will relocate where Threads Consignment used to be, right next door.
In case you don’t know where this fashion hub is, as you’re walking down N. Main St. towards Neiman Marcus, turn right right before Brandy Melville in the covered passageway and it will be on your right, a few stores down.

1657 Mt. Diablo Blvd, Walnut Creek
A new indoor cycling space called Cycle Scape Fitness is coming to downtown Walnut Creek this fall. The location is next to Home of Chicken and Waffles around the corner from the Cinemark movie theater. Stay tuned…

1403 Locust St, Walnut Creek
Thanks to everyone who sent in word that the Italian-Peruvian fusion restaurant Stelle Bistro has closed. Diablo Dish also reported that they “appeared” to have gone out of business. Although the inside shows the table settings still set, the Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate sign in front is the most public indication that they really have closed for good.

Book Collecting with Charles Dickens:
Swan’s Fine Books
1381 Locust St, Walnut Creek
Thursday, July 17th, 2014
7:30pm – 8:30pm | FreeHow do I tell if a book is a first edition? What IS a first edition?
What makes some books worth many hundreds – or thousands – of dollars?
How do I know if a collectible book is worth the asking price?
If you have ever wondered about the above…
…please join us on Thursday evening, July 17th, for an informal discussion about book collecting, using examples from the works of Charles Dickens.

1930 Mt. Diablo Blvd, Walnut Creek
Noah’s Bagels is coming to downtown Walnut Creek where Blockbuster Video used to be on Mt. Diablo Blvd. They also have a location in the Countrywood Shopping Center at the corner of Bancroft Rd. and Treat Blvd. and another location in Lafayette. Check out their bagel selection here and lunch menu here.


1378 N. Main St, Walnut Creek
Last week I noted that Berkeley-based skin care company Body Time would be coming to Walnut Creek and it turns out they’re having a soft opening tomorrow, July 15th followed by the grand opening on Saturday, July 19th. I had a chance to preview the inside and it looks amazing (see photos after the jump). Check out their product line here. They also have a small men’s section in the shop (see product line here). They even offer birthday parties where kids can add scents and design their own lotion.

Check out more photos of the inside after the jump….

Ruth Bancroft Garden
1552 Bancroft Rd, Walnut Creek
Friday, July 11th, 2014
5:00pm – 8:00pm | $15 ($25 at door)This annual event combines the beauty of the Garden in the early evening with great live music and delicious wine. Wander the meandering pathways and observe plein air painters at their easels, interpreting the beauty that surrounds them.
Live music by Dogbone
Menu by Willowstone Catering
Cajun ceasar salad wrap
Jambalaya with chicken and andouille
Red beans and rice with vegetarian sausage
Red velvet cupcakes
$15 admission
$25 at the door
food and drinks sold separately
Please remember to bring cash and wear comfortable shoes!
